Job Description
Temporary part time opportunity to implementation research trialling a new model of care for people with Parkinson's Disease (PD) at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. This PDCogniCare research program aims to improve evaluation of cognitive impairment and a diagnosis of dementia in PD. This neuropsychologist position will be responsible for developing, planning, and implementing clinical and research activities as part of research programs.
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About you
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Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
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Independently apply evidence-based clinical neuropsychology principles and professional judgment whilst following a research protocol.
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Efficiently complete neuropsychological evaluation and reports in a timely manner with minimal direct clinical supervision.
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Collaborate with interprofessional clinical experts, researchers, consumers, and other key stakeholders to deliver the objectives of the research program.
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Utilise effective interpersonal skills at all levels, including consultation, presentation and high-level written communication skills, and liaison in clinical neuropsychology to consumers and multidisciplinary team members in the care of inpatients and outpatients of the PDCogniCare project.
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Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health
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Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
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Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of *****% and access to generous salary packaging
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Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer's leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
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5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
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Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
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Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
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Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work setting with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here:

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Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
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📌 Neuropsychologist - Research (Queensland)
🏢 Metro North Hospital And Health Service
📍 Queensland